The UAE wants to reduce its dependence on natural gas imports. That’s according to the energy minister, who’s announced a AED 130 billion investment to diversify the country's energy resources. His Excellency Suhail Al Mazroui says he aims to decrease the UAE’s dependence on natural gas from 100% now to 70% by 2021. The UAE also plans to boost its oil production capacity to 3.5 million barrels per day by 2017.
Umm Al Emarat aid ship sets sail for Gaza Strip
The UAE has dispatched a new aid ship to the Gaza Strip as part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people, coinciding with the start of the holy month of Ramadan.
UAE announces Ramadan working hours for private sector
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has confirmed that private sector employees will have their working days reduced by two hours during the holy month of Ramadan.
Members of UAE's National Identity Committee unveiled
The National Identity Committee has been established under a decision issued by Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Ramadan working hours confirmed for UAE public sector
The UAE's Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has announced the official working hours for federal entities during the holy month of Ramadan.
